Saturday, June 29, 2024
Mount Liberty,
New Hampshire, White Mountains,
NH
This trip is part of the Boston Chapter Spring Hiking Program (SHP) and is only open to enrolled participants of that program. Join us on a spring hike to Mount Liberty, a 4000-footer on the picturesque Franconia Ridge! Our route to the summit includes a section of the Appalachian trail and passes the Liberty Springs tent site. From the summit (at 4,459 feet) we'll be treated to 360-degree views of the White Mountains, Vermont and southern Maine (weather permitting). Plan to hike approximately 7 miles with an estimated 3,200 feet of elevation gain. The climb to Mount Liberty is steep and the summit is exposed. Estimated hiking time for this trip, depending on the group and conditions, is up to 7 hours. While this trip is intended for SHP participants, it is rigorous by nature. You may be a good fit for a "Vigorous" trip if you are participating in trips that gradually increase in difficulty level, distance, and elevation gain, including at least one recent SHP trip rated as "Moderate" (or an equivalent outside of the program). A good rule of thumb is to plan hikes at least every few weeks, with one trip at least 2/3 of the distance and elevation gain within a few weeks of this trip. To address unforeseen challenges such as adverse weather, unacceptable trail conditions or excessive crowding, the planned trip destination, activity and/or meeting place and time may be modified. In that event, participants may elect to join in that activity or opt out.
Free
